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Clyde "The Buffalo" arrived in Cody for the Cody Stampede Rodeo and Parades, and his first stop Thursday was for a drink at Buffalo Bill's Bar in the legendary Wild West showman's historic Irma Hotel. "He likes bourbon and margaritas," said Clyde's owner.

Bison Drinks Bourbon In Buffalo Bill’s Bar In Cody, Wyoming

Clyde "The Buffalo" arrived in Cody for the Cody Stampede Rodeo and Parades, and his first stop Thursday was for a drink at Buffalo Bill's Bar in the legendary Wild West showman's historic Irma Hotel. "He likes bourbon and margaritas," said Clyde's owner.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

The J.C. O'Mahoney Federal Courthouse in Cheyenne.

Florida Woman, Daughter Ordered To Pay Back $870K They Stole From Wyoming Medicaid

A Florida woman who ran a Cheyenne behavioral health clinic, and her daughter, have been ordered to pay back more than $870,000 they stole from Wyoming Medicaid. They funneled fraudulent claims through the clinic for years, say federal prosecutors.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

The Wyoming Business Council's biggest critic in the Legislature, Rep. Ken Pendergraft, right, was mostly relieved at a Wednesday audit report showing the Wyoming Business Council isn't hiding any bank accounts. But he still has questions, he says. Left, Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Dorrell.

Wyoming Business Council's Toughest Critic Relieved It Isn't Hiding Bank Accounts

The Wyoming Business Council's biggest critic in the Legislature, Rep. Ken Pendergraft, was mostly relieved at a Wednesday audit report showing the Wyoming Business Council isn't hiding any bank accounts. But he says he still has questions.

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Social media personality, entrepreneur and "makeup mogul" Jeffree Star of Casper is mourning the death of “Buster,” a 7-year-old male yak that he says "wasn't just a yak." Buster died June 25 after being struck by lightning on the Star Yak Ranch.

Lightning Kills Makeup Mogul Jeffree Star's Favorite Yak On Casper Ranch

Social media personality and "makeup mogul" Jeffree Star of Casper announced Thursday that he's mourning the death of “Buster,” a 7-year-old male yak that he says "wasn't just a yak." Buster died after being struck by lightning on the Star Yak Ranch.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

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‘Very Hot To The Touch’: Cheyenne Father Accused Of Locking Baby In Hot SUV

A Cheyenne father has been charged with child endangerment after deputies say they found his infant "sweating profusely, crying very loud and a lot” inside a locked SUV. The baby also was "very hot to the touch," said investigators.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

Cheyenne announced Thursday it isn’t accepting wastewater associated with data center systems after Meta company contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Cheyenne Won’t Take Data Center Wastewater After Meta Contractor Contaminated System

Cheyenne announced Thursday it's suspended taking wastewater associated with data center systems after a Meta contractor contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Kate MeadowsJuly 02, 2026

Wyoming ranchers say a $99 million John Deere right-to-repair settlement doesn't go far enough.

Wyoming Ranchers: $99M John Deere Right-To-Repair Settlement Doesn't Go Far Enough

Wyoming ranchers say a $99 million John Deere right-to-repair settlement doesn't go far enough. They'll get small payouts while John Deere keeps control over repair software. "We think it is an unfair settlement,” said a Lander-area rancher.

Kate MeadowsJuly 02, 2026

A lucky photographer got a once-in-a-lifetime shot of a solar halo over Devils Tower on Wednesday. “It’s a spectacular picture,” said meteorologist Don Day. “Those are the perfect clouds at the right altitude at the right sun angle."

‘Spectacular' Solar Halo Spotted Over Devils Tower

A lucky photographer got a once-in-a-lifetime shot of a solar halo over Devils Tower on Wednesday. “It’s a spectacular picture,” said meteorologist Don Day. “Those are the perfect clouds at the right altitude at the right sun angle."

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

An immigration advocacy firm is suing the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office claiming the agency is withholding important evidence in a deportation case. The Cheyenne Police Department confirmed Wednesday that the sheriff's office had issued an inaccurate report.

Colorado Immigration Firm Accuses Sheriff Kozak Of Blocking Vital Evidence

An immigration advocacy firm is suing the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office claiming the agency is withholding important evidence in a deportation case. The Cheyenne Police Department confirmed Wednesday that the sheriff's office had issued an inaccurate report.

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Jerimiah Rieman rides his mountain bike out on the new trails that opened up Wednesdy on the Belvoir Ranch west of Cheyenne on July 1, 2026.

After More Than 20 Years, Cheyenne Opens Belvoir Ranch To The Public

Recreationists celebrated Wednesday evening as the 18,800-acre Belvoir Ranch west of Cheyenne was opened to the public. The new recreation area provides 13 miles of trails and give hikers and cyclists a long-promised playground in the city’s backyard.

Renée JeanJuly 02, 2026

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Wyoming Board Of Equalization Asks Judge To End Property Tax Cap 

The Wyoming Board of Equalization is suing Gov. Mark Gordon back after he rejected its claims that the state's property tax caps are unconstitutional. The board is asking a judge to end Wyoming’s 4% cap on property tax increases. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Scattered human bones found in Wyoming's rugged Wind River Mountains nearly a year ago have been identified as a Scottish man, John Gillies, whose remains had likely been there for six years. "I wanted you to know he was more than bones,” his ex-wife said when contacted by investigators.

Scattered Bones Found In Remote Wyoming Wilderness ID'd As Missing Scottish Man

Scattered human bones found in Wyoming's rugged Wind River Mountains nearly a year ago have been identified as a Scottish man. "I wanted you to know he was more than bones,” his ex-wife said when contacted by investigators.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday in Melat Kiros. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Win By Colorado Socialist Could Galvanize Wyoming Independence, Says Politico

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

A customer at Wyoming Tactical Firearms shoots an AR-15 rifle. The U.S. Supreme Court will consider overturing bans on such rifles in other states.

Wyoming Gun Dealers Eager For Supreme Court To Overturn ‘Assault Weapons’ Bans

A gun-friendly U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to overturn “assault weapon” bans in Connecticut and the Chicago area — and Wyoming gun dealers are all in favor. They say that could make it easier to sell to customers in Colorado and other states.

Mark HeinzJuly 01, 2026

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Ken Buck: Socialism And The Deceptive Online Housing Scheme

Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Homeowners are more likely to vote and more likely to support free-market principles. It's no wonder so many young people have bought into the lie of socialism. It's an appealing facade for those who feel fenced out of the American dream."

Ken BuckJuly 01, 2026

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Ray Hunkins: The Art Of The (Iran) Deal

Columnist Ray Hunkins writes, "Conventional wisdom suggested the U.S. should have press its advantage and not interrupt its momentum. Victory appeared close at hand. So why the dichotomy between Trump’s advice and Trump’s actions?"

Ray HunkinsJuly 01, 2026

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Out-Of-State Campaign Fliers Launch Attacks On Wyoming Candidates

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Clair McFarlandJuly 01, 2026

Brain Wrhel

27-30 Years In Prison For Former Cheyenne Teacher On Child Sex Abuse Charges

A former Cheyenne fifth-grade teacher who had faced 27 charges relating to sexual abuse of children was sentenced Wednesday to 27-30 years in prison. Without his plea agreement, Brian Wrhel, 56, could have faced 395 years.

Greg JohnsonJuly 01, 2026

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